Top 10 Family-friendly Attractions in Zhengzhou

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M2f***ro

Today's visit to "Only Henan: A City of Theatrical Fantasy" deeply moved me. In the grand narrative of *The Railway Station Theater*, I witnessed a poignant and intense brotherly bond—Li Shiyi, the elder brother of Li Shiba, harboring an almost tragic tolerance and boundless love for his brother. The horrors of the 1942 Henan famine were reenacted on stage, the desperate scene of starving people scrambling for food was suffocating. When Li Shiyi, desperately seeking some life-saving seeds from his brother, the stationmaster, learned that the price would be his brother's life, his world crumbled instantly. Ultimately, Li Shiba opened the granary to distribute the grain, sacrificing himself in the process. Li Shiyi's madness and breakdown upon learning all this vividly portrayed the struggle of humanity under extreme circumstances. The smaller theater production *Wheat, Oh Wheat* depicts the resilient landscape of the people of Henan, who have depended on the land for thousands of years. Those simple and hardworking farmers, dedicating their lives to the wheat fields, saw wheat not only as food but also as their roots and soul. With the southward advance of the Jin army at the end of the Northern Song Dynasty, Henan was forever cut off from the dynastic capital, a historical turning point tinged with desolation and regret. Another short play, "Su Shi's Henan," succinctly portrays the tumultuous life of the literary giant Su Shi in just thirty minutes. From his initial fame through the imperial examinations, to his repeated demotions and fluctuating fortunes, until his eventual pardon but failure to return to the capital Bianjing, where he died and was buried in Henan, his poetry is filled with a magnanimous outlook on life and an optimistic view of hardship. Yet, isn't this also a kind of spiritual transcendence under the pressure of reality? Behind that "forced magnanimity" lies a profound undercurrent of unfulfilled ambition throughout his life. This trip was not merely a theatrical experience, but a profound dialogue with the land, history, and the depths of human nature.

彤彤公主的大保镖

It's really good, one of the better ones in the province. It's like a zoo and amusement park complex. There weren't many people on the weekdays, so there was no need to queue. However, there aren't many animals at the moment, and the rides seem a bit noisy. I wonder if they'll disturb the animals?

M52***87

*The Analects, Yong Ye*: "When Confucius met Nanzi, Zilu was displeased. The Master swore an oath, saying, 'May Heaven punish you for what you have done! May Heaven punish you!'" The painting of Nanzi in *The Sacred Sites* is rather mediocre… This was a beauty who made Confucius exclaim, "I have never seen anyone who loves virtue as much as he loves beauty!" The State of Wei married many beauties from the State of Qi (the famous Zhuang Jiang and Xuan Jiang). Nanzi herself was a princess of the State of Song, so she should be considered a relative of Confucius? *Records of the Grand Historian* The *Annals of Confucius* states: "The wife of Duke Ling of Wei, a woman named Nanzi, sent someone to tell Confucius, 'Gentlemen from all directions who do not wish to be brothers with my lord must see my wife. My wife wishes to see you.' Confucius declined, but was forced to go. The lady was behind a fine curtain. Confucius entered, faced north, and bowed. The lady bowed twice from behind the curtain, her jade pendants jingling softly. Confucius said, 'I had previously refused to see her, but now I return the courtesy.'" Perhaps Nanzi herself wore such exquisite jade pendants back then. (Henan Museum) The main exhibition hall features more exquisite jade pendants unearthed from the Guo State cemetery in Sanmenxia, ​​as well as jade pendants, bracelets, and rings from the Ying State cemetery in Pingdingshan. Nanzi could perhaps be referenced from Zhou Xun's portrayal in the film (however, the costume was too abstract...). Confucius is played by Chow Yun-fat... Yan Hui seems to be played by Ren Quan... The famous Mi Zixia (the one who shared the peach, actually Duke Ling of Wei's male favorite—considering Duke Ling was surrounded by beauties...) doesn't appear in the film.

Anonymous user

I had a great experience at Zhengzhou Fantawild Adventure. The park was at a low peak period, so there were very few people — which made the visit even more enjoyable with almost no queues. The weather was perfect, and all the rides were fun and worth trying. It was also very easy to get to the park. We bought our tickets from Trip.com, which was easy, breezy, and cheaper than purchasing on-site. Overall, it was a smooth, enjoyable, and hassle-free visit!

河洛一粟

It's a lot of fun, great value for money, and there are shows. It gets quite crowded on weekends. The security check at the entrance isn't like what you see online, where you can't bring this or that. It's just a normal security check, very simple.

M52***13

Zhengzhou's cultural park is well worth a visit, fully showcasing Henan's long history. The statues of the Yellow Emperor and the Yan Emperor are truly awe-inspiring, and the geological museum inside is incredibly educational.

M75***22

I just don't understand why the music is so loud that it almost breaks my eardrums. As soon as the child goes in, he starts clamoring to get out. I coaxed him to watch a few shows, but he covered his ears the whole time.

Anonymous user

The name "Kang Baiwan" (meaning "Kang the Millionaire") originated from a jest by Empress Dowager Cixi about the Kang family, who were known as the "Living Gods of Wealth in Central China," but the name spread far and wide. The Kang Baiwan Manor, a nationally renowned manor of the wealthy, is now open to the public as a tourist attraction, showcasing a Ming and Qing dynasty manor complex. Facing the Luo River and backed by Mount Mang, the manor's feng shui is undoubtedly auspicious, and the decades-long inheritance of wealth is truly a remarkable story. The manor is not only vast but also incredibly complex. Courtyards connect to courtyards, main roads to side paths, winding and twisting, even revealing secret passages leading up the mountain and hidden treasure vaults—a truly eye-opening experience. There are also performances every day at 11 am, offering a deeper understanding of the history of the Republic of China era, which is quite moving.

hucuifang

Construction was underway everywhere, with green corrugated iron sheets surrounding the area, making the experience less pleasant than usual. However, it was still worthwhile as a place to take a walk and see the animals along the way. I strongly recommend going after 2 PM; I went around 12 PM, and the animals were all taking their afternoon nap.